Director, Executive Underwriter

The Director, Executive Underwriter at Admiral Insurance Group is responsible for managing and producing new and renewal accounts while ensuring compliance with underwriting guidelines. This position also involves maintaining key broker relationships, participating in industry events, and keeping up with market trends to ensure competitiveness and profitability.

To apply for the Director, Executive Underwriter role at Admiral Insurance Group, you need a Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 15 years of experience in commercial insurance underwriting, ideally with a solid understanding of surplus lines coverage and marketing. Additional coursework towards applicable designations like CPCU is desired.

The Director, Executive Underwriter at Admiral Insurance Group should be prepared for up to 30% travel, as the position requires attending broker meetings and industry events to foster relationships and enhance the company’s market presence.

The Director, Executive Underwriter at Admiral Insurance Group plays a key role in business development by implementing effective marketing strategies to grow and retain their book of business. Their expertise in underwriting allows them to identify and capitalize on opportunities for new accounts while nurturing relationships with existing brokers.

As a Director, Executive Underwriter at Admiral Insurance Group, you can expect a supportive and innovative environment where your ideas are valued. You'll work alongside a talented team within a company that takes pride in its entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to professional growth.

To effectively answer this question, discuss various methods you use to stay informed, such as attending industry conferences, participating in webinars, and networking with peers. Mention how you utilize this information to adapt underwriting strategies and maintain competitiveness.

Provide specific examples of successful broker relationships you have developed in the past. Highlight strategies you've implemented to maintain these relationships and how they contributed to business growth. Focus on your communication skills and ability to understand brokers’ needs.

Discuss the importance of thorough review processes and continual training for staff. Explain how you implement best practices to ensure everyone is aligned with underwriting rules while still being flexible to meet client needs.

Share a specific instance where you faced difficulties with underwriting a complex risk. Explain how you navigated the challenge, the innovative solutions you proposed, and the final outcome.

Outline your techniques for prioritization, such as categorizing tasks by urgency and impact. Stress the importance of time management tools and continuous communication with your team to ensure alignment on priorities.

Describe your process for researching potential clients, understanding their needs, and devising customized underwriting solutions that benefit both the client and Admiral Insurance Group. Emphasize building relationships as a foundation for success.

Discuss key performance indicators such as profitability ratios, loss ratios, and turnaround times for underwriting submissions. Mention how you use these metrics to make strategic decisions and improve processes.

Talk about your conflict resolution style, emphasizing open communication and active listening. Provide an example if possible, showing how resolution led to a positive team outcome.

Share your techniques for networking—whether it’s attending conferences, joining professional associations, or active participation in forums. Highlight the importance of mutual benefit in these relationships.

Convey your enthusiasm for Admiral Insurance Group's innovative approach and its culture. Discuss how your skills and values align with the company's mission and how you see yourself contributing to its success.